National Day 2021

Name: National Day
Start: 2021-10-01
End: 2021-10-01
Location: China

ZH国庆节

Do you get the day off?

Fri · Oct 1

Yes, in China

The date, and why: The 2026 National Day observed window runs from Thursday, October 1 through Wednesday, October 7 — a 7-day break. Makeup work days fall on Sunday, September 20 and Saturday, October 10.
Where it counts as statutory: Nationwide. Government offices, schools, and most businesses close. Major tourist destinations see peak crowds and elevated prices.
What closes: Banks, government offices, and most businesses close. Domestic travel peaks — book flights, trains, and hotels well in advance. Some retail and restaurants remain open.
Where the name comes from: National Day commemorates Mao Zedong's proclamation of the People's Republic of China on October 1, 1949. Celebrations include flag-raising ceremonies, fireworks, and patriotic events in Beijing's Tiananmen Square.